Description
A hearty and creamy Italian soup featuring rich sausage, fresh spinach, and ditalini pasta for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups chicken broth
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 cup ditalini pasta
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 2 cups fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the Italian sausage, breaking it apart until browned.
- Drain excess fat if necessary. Then, add the chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing for 3-4 minutes.
- Pour in the chicken broth and diced tomatoes, bringing to a boil.
- Stir in the ditalini pasta and Italian seasoning, then reduce heat and cover. Allow it to simmer for 8-10 minutes until pasta is al dente.
- Add the heavy cream and stir until the soup is creamy.
- Incorporate the grated Parmesan cheese until melted and blended.
- Add fresh spinach until wilted, then season with salt and pepper as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.
Notes
For variations, use ground turkey or chicken sausage for a leaner option. Add other vegetables to boost nutrition.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg